"Crazy Love" is a 1992 song by the musician CeCe Peniston, released on her … Read Full Bio ↴"Crazy Love" is a 1992 song by the musician CeCe Peniston, released on her debut album Finally on A&M Records. The title was first issued in the UK as the fourth single from the album, peaking at number forty-four, while in the US (released as her fifth solo single), it reached number thirty-one on the R&B chart in February 1993 after its peak at number ninety-seven on the Billboard Hot 100.

Crazy Love
CeCe Peniston Lyrics

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Life is funny, the tricks it plays
Can't help believing in the hands of fate
When I met you my heart stood still
Like a puppet hanging on your reel

Touch me and my knees start to shiver
Can't help for losing control
Kiss me and my lips start to quiver
What are you trying to do to my soul

It's such a crazy love the way we're makin' love
I can't get enough of your crazy love
You gotta have your sexy stuff
What sweet love, to be stuck on your crazy love

I say one thing, you do another
The only time that we agree is
When we're with each other
But it's worth it, the magic that we make
It's like we're floatin' somewhere out in space

Take me on a long enchanted evening
I want a donkey ride
Take me into the fantasy of living
Sweep me away, let me fly by your side

It's such a crazy love, the way we're makin' love
I can't get enough of your crazy love
You gotta have your sexy stuff
What sweet love, to be stuck on your crazy

Crazy love, what a strange effect it has on me
I just get so crazy, love
Treating it to ecstasy
Feeling you so close to me
Crazy love, talkin' about that crazy love

Crazy love, the way we're makin' love
I can't get enough of your crazy love
You gotta have your sexy stuff
What sweet love, to be stuck on your crazy

Crazy love, the way we're makin' love
I can't get enough of your crazy love
You gotta have your sexy stuff
What sweet love, to be stuck on your crazy

Crazy love, the way we're makin' love
I can't get enough of your crazy love
You gotta have your sexy stuff
What sweet love, to be stuck on your crazy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to CeCe Peniston's song "Crazy Love" depict the passionate, intense and at times confusing emotions that are associated with being in a love relationship. The opening verse suggests that life is unpredictable and fate plays a role in our experiences, yet the heart still longs for love. When the singer met her love interest, she was immediately smitten, feeling like a puppet on a string under his control. The love is intoxicating, causing her knees to shake and her words to quiver. Though it's crazy, it's impossible for her to get enough of the love she shares with her partner.

The second verse describes the ups and downs of their relationship, the disagreements and issues they face, but ultimately the magic that they create together makes it all worth it. The chorus repeats the singer's need for her partner's love, and the way it affects her in such a deep and meaningful way. The final verse mentions the passionate nature of their connection, likening it to ecstasy and the feeling of being so close to someone being indescribably intense.

Overall, the lyrics suggest that although love can be unpredictable and tumultuous, the passion and connection that can come with it is worth the ups and downs. The intense nature of their love makes it "crazy", but it's a sweet and desirable kind of crazy.

Line by Line Meaning

Life is funny, the tricks it plays
Life is unpredictable and full of surprises

Can't help believing in the hands of fate
I believe in fate and destiny

When I met you my heart stood still
I was instantly transfixed by you

Like a puppet hanging on your reel
I feel like I'm powerless in your presence

Touch me and my knees start to shiver
Your touch gives me a sensation of excitement and nervousness

Can't help for losing control
I can't help but let go of my inhibitions when I'm with you

Kiss me and my lips start to quiver
Your kiss sends shivers down my spine

What are you trying to do to my soul
You have a profound effect on me that goes beyond physical attraction

It's such a crazy love the way we're makin' love
Our love is intense and passionate

I can't get enough of your crazy love
I am addicted to the way you make me feel

You gotta have your sexy stuff
You have a special charm and allure

What sweet love, to be stuck on your crazy love
It's amazing to be caught up in your wild and intense affection

I say one thing, you do another
We often have conflicting views and actions

The only time that we agree is
We only see eye-to-eye when we're together

When we're with each other
Our differences seem to disappear when we're in each other's presence

But it's worth it, the magic that we make
It's all worth it when we experience the special chemistry between us

It's like we're floatin' somewhere out in space
Our love makes us feel like we're in a completely different world

Take me on a long enchanted evening
Take me on a romantic adventure

I want a donkey ride
I desire a spontaneous and fun experience

Take me into the fantasy of living
Let's escape reality and embrace a fanciful existence

Sweep me away, let me fly by your side
Take me on a journey of passion and adventure

Crazy love, what a strange effect it has on me
Our love has an unconventional and unexpected impact on me

I just get so crazy, love
I become overwhelmed with emotions when I think of you

Treating it to ecstasy
Our love brings me to a state of intense pleasure and excitement

Feeling you so close to me
The feeling of being near you is indescribable

Crazy love, talkin' about that crazy love
Our love is so intense and unconventional that it's hard to put it into words

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DENISE RICH, GEORGE LYTER, MICHAEL O'HARA

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Mohammed Alsharani

10y↑14

All comments from YouTube:

Christopher McLeod

3y↑36

This woman's vocal range is criminally underrated. She could do it all: Soul, House, R&B. Go CC, go!😗

Marlena D

2y↑3

I could not have said it better. Stealing "criminally underrated" LOL

C H

44w

Criminal bc she black? Maybe true but u ain’t allowed to speak on black crime

Christopher McLeod

44w

@C H what in the entire blue hell are you talking about?

Billy Williams

4y↑41

This is one of my favorite songs from Cece it seems like everyone slept on this song!

Harry Styles

2y↑7

Not me. One of my favorite CeCe songs, too.

Lynne C.

41w↑1

Totally agree. Her voice and the instrumentals are just fantastic!

David Thomas

39w

I am 56 now and definitely did not sleep on this one. It did not get enough airplay, at least in Charlotte, NC at the time. This one reminds me of the early 90’s. Possibly my favorite by her.

Corey Sykes

37w

My favorite song.

Brian Harris

6y↑103

Without question one of the most beautiful and talented singers in the history of music regardless of genre.

Tamara Woodard

3y↑2

Try do

Harry Styles

2y↑3

Totally agree. What a voice! Beautiful and talented--the whole package...and then some.

Montcell Dodd

Factz

Reagan Ibeh

38w

SURELY!!!!!!!

John Metz

13y↑56

A very underrated and underappreciated song from "Finally." Don't know why it was the fifth single -- best track on the CD!

Carl Wallace

2y↑6

Indeed

Amtran727

1y↑4

Totally agree it was the best track on the album. Here I am all these years later having it on repeat to keep enjoying it. Love the lyrics and all aspects of this song. Brilliant!

enmaxus

8y↑160

Takes me back to my 20's and all of those dope house parties. Playing cards with the fellas. This album was in heavy rotation. I miss the early 90's.

Lisa Bloom

8y↑9

Yes!

Antonio Cognato

7y↑14

I AGREE!!!! I WAS 18 GRADUATING IN 1992! NOW IM 42 GONNA BE 43 SOON :o(

whitesongs73

5y↑10

It was our era when it was so cool

The-mockingbird

5y↑7

Bless u brotha 🙏

enmaxus

4y↑5

@The-mockingbird Bless you my brotha

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CRYSTAL SWIRLZ

7y↑58

I love this song! shout out to all the 70's babies who grooved to that 80's and 90's music and still do!

🖤 🦋black butterfly

5y↑2

93 in the house and I love my 90s music ..can't get enough!!!

SIDDHARTH GHODKE

1y↑1

Yeah

Jeromeo Sills

1y↑1

90s second best decade for music.some would disagree by saying the 60s was first. But the 70s will always be the top decade in music.

Gerard McMillan

4y↑24

This is my FAVORITE song by CeCe!!! Love this joint!

Carol Harper

4y↑25

Love this song. Love me some CeCe!!!!! She is amazing!!!!!!😍

Harry Styles

2y↑1

That she is. That she is...

SIHEEM 777

4y↑16

I JUST LOVE THIS SONG!❤️

John923T

10y↑48

A beautiful woman with a beautiful voice. I learned to appreciate her the more I listen. She has a great range and the whole package to go with it.
Great song, she is all I need to get me in the mood.
I feel in my opinion CeCe is a premiere artist of the 1st quality.
Peace 2 ya'll

Gerard McMillan

5y↑17

My all time favorite song by CeCe!

Nico Williams

12y↑7

I love this song. This is my all time favorite slow jam by Ce Ce Peniston.

ladycat629

13y↑15

One of my all time favorite CeCe Peniston songs

Harry Styles

2y↑1

Ditto!

Gerard McMillan

3y↑4

This to me is CeCe's best song ever. It still sounds as good today, 2-16-2021 as it did when it first came out. I use to have this song on repeat back then. Just listened to it 3 times actually on my way into work....LOL!

mimi

10y↑38

Absolutely love this track

Lisa Bloom

6y↑4

Mickey Leigh definitely my favorite by her. I'd play the cassette single repeatedly in my car.

Dwayne Linton

6y↑25

Omg this song right here! One of the most beautiful love songs ever made. Just takes me to a time and place when life was magical. They truly dont make 'em like this anymore. Thank u Cee Cee for blessing us with this timeless gift. Love u

Harry Styles

2y↑1

My sentiments exactly. Thank you, CeCe!

Mohammed Alsharani

10y↑14

mightymikec7

5y↑1

good lyrics for a good song..but one mistake...its Turn me into the fantasy your living not take me into the fantasy of living....just saying..no ill will

Ghowfan wephl

5y↑3

its 'Take me..on a long enchanted evenin..out on a carpet ride'..who the eff wants a donkey ride lol smmfh

Homero Barbosa

5y↑6

Linda demais. Canta demais. Esse arranjo é maravilhoso, por isso que estou ouvindo essa música desde 1993.

MrNewtcummer

9y↑51

truly one of the best CD/album's put together. Timeless songs on this compilation

Harry Styles

2y↑1

Truly!

T. GLAP

6y↑1

This song sounds as good as it did back then. Can’t believe it’s been over twenty years already. I had her cassette tape. Brings back so many fond memories of being really young. ❤️❤️❤️

Dhark Knight

8y↑32

Brilliant arrangement, production + Vocals.. GENIUS!

Carl Wallace

2y↑5

This was my favorite Cece Peniston Song ,Video that showed her versatility that gave her dat girl nextdoor vibrant look with vocals that made it like magic, definitely 1 of her best looks and underrated songs IMO.

angelboyxx

8y↑21

I remember hearing her songs when i was a kid back in the day! I STILL lover her voice!

sarah simpkins

2y↑2

Me too

DLICIOUS42

8y↑39

This is still an awesome song! I still have the cassette tape that I bought back in '93 when this came out!

Erron Mcgriff

8y↑2

oh my god really datz a personal valuable thing

DLICIOUS42

3y↑1

@Erron Mcgriff I know right?

MetuNtr

7y↑5

One of my favorite songs of hers. I realize the groove, vibe and feel of the song are smooth, easy and create a contrast to "crazy" love, but it deserved a better video than this.

Just Cassie

6y↑6

CeCe music will never die. Love love love this song

moboyenterp

12y

CeCe has the most dynamic voice range ever sang by a female musician in her era...still mainstream today 2012. CeCe is my Legend.

Ziv Viz

11y↑9

Damn...I love this song. Still sounds good after all these years.

Harry Styles

2y↑1

Does it ever!

Angela Prude

9y↑14

I purchased the CD that contained this song some time ago. Such smooth melodies and great to dance to.

Fabius Smith

5y↑10

She is Wonderful

Lisa Nokes

2y↑2

Cece is underrated. She is a very talented singer and beautiful , she should be recognized as much as Mariah Carey, Whitney, Aretha franklin, janet jackson Beyonce and Jennifer Hudson and Mary j. Blige.🔕🎼🎶🎶🎙🎚📯🎶🎶🎸🎶🎶🎵🎶🎹🎹🎷🎧🎤🔔🔇🎼💻☎📞🖨💻

Mark Menez

Even though I was a kid when this came out , still a strong r&b , quiet storm song on the r&b charts in the 90s. ❤❤

Neil Johnson

5y↑1

What a great underestimated artist, sexy, beautiful, talented and great songs that still feel contemporary. Miss the 90s.

reneex

38w

CeCe had a great voice and unique music to match. It's a shame that she didn't become a household name. Her style of R&B and dance music were the signature sound of the early 90s!

@dinangwe2506

2y↑1

What a beautiful song. It takes me back to my teen years.

essie finch

9y↑26

I just love this song!

Leslie Jones

4y↑8

2020 still banging she is one of the greatest

Gabriel Rojas

4y↑5

Underrated gem

Harry Styles

2y↑1

Truly!

Jonathan Creaser (M0XXJ)

6y↑3

I LOVE this song!

Chelsea Johnson

8y↑4

brings back some of my favorite memories!! Love this song and will always represent CeCe Peniston!!

Schenequa Tillman

9y↑3

one of my all time favorites

SophisticatedShorty

3y↑1

I had all Cece Penistons albums. A true singer!

mightymikec7

13y↑2

excellent dreamy song..one of my favorites cuts from finally cd. this was underrated song cause there was so many good songs on the album

mzbabygirl32

13y↑5

This is my jam!! brings back memories

sonofyah2726

8y↑36

You gotta Love Cece !!!

BIG DAME TV

5y↑1

Yes I do

Harry Styles

2y↑1

Gotta!

Phx Longo

7y↑2

Great Voice!

Dannii Minogue

9y↑11

Ah! Brings back memories of playing this over and over! Loved the Finally album this was off :) Takes me back to the good ole dayz in my late teens ♥

Evrydayppl 629

6y↑3

One of my top 10 favorites of all songs.

Marlena D

2y↑1

This is absolutely my fave song from CeCe. I hate that she really was underappreciated at the time she came out. Unfortunately, according to a friend of mine who worked for the label she was on back in the 90s, this style music was on its way out. She came out around the same time Mary J. Blige did. And he said he remembered CeCe crying and being upset about not really getting the attention she deserved. I definitely considered her to be just as good, if not better than Mary J. Don't get me wrong I love Mary. But I feel CeCe should have been just as great a star. Anyway I ran this song into the ground. This CD was in rotation 24/7 in my CD player during that time. Remember so many days rockin' it in my walkman at work and out walking. The 90s was an awesome time for music, dancing and just having good clean fun hanging out with my homegirl crew.

BIG DAME TV

5y↑6

Ce Ce Peniston Finally 1992 track 7 ❤️❤️❤️❤️I love this song so much that it brings tears to my eyes
#Classic

Mikaela burrell

3y↑1

Definitely in love with this song cece did her thang! 😄

Lisa Bloom

8y↑13

Takes me back to my 20s. Love her, love the music!

enmaxus

8y↑2

Yes!

TheSW67

13y↑4

OMG!! I'd forgot all about this! What a track! Was one of my all-time favourites!!! Thanks for uploading :-)

pascal CLOUATRE

5y↑5

im crazy in love with this song good job cece

Kunda Chisenga

6y↑1

A Midtempo Monster!! Love this jam,thanks for posting cece,will forever love your music!!

anderson da silva gomes

amo esse som,de 1992.
ouvi uma única vez no baile.

shihlin1

This is so far ahead of the crap on the radio now.
And to think this came out in 92, exactly 30 years ago.
Makes me think musically we're regressing backwards bc the music certainly ain't getting any better !
Ce Ce's voice is where it's at.
She's got street and R&B all rolled into one.

miatube79

13y↑4

I love this jam, CeCe!

Intnl01

11y

This is one of those sexy, funky, upbeat tunes that still does it for me...and it doesn't hurt that the Sistah is fine too!

Carlos

4y↑13

I'm obsessed to this woman.

Francisco Javier Mejía Rodríguez

2y↑1

Me too. Besides, the production, the composer, the arrangements are awesome. All in all, it's a perfect song.

Synthematix Music UK

With

rafael lopez

8y↑28

A good song to chill with someone

Anthony Hubbard

4y↑3

Love this song ,memories

Jaysen Lee

4y↑3

I Love This Crazy Song!

Be Hall

4y↑1

This takes me back to my Senior year of high school. I played this song to death 💯

Arthur Williams

4y↑3

HOT throwback!!🔥🔥🔥🔥 From A HOT Classic album!!🔥🔥🔥🔥

Lando CalrisiaN

3y↑1

The classic CeCe growl. LOVE it!!!

Kevin Wingate

42w

Her most underrated song!🔥🔥

Reign411

12y↑2

Love ya Ce Ce! Smooth jam right there.

Pablín

9y↑5

Me acuerdo cuando joven ir manejando por la carretera y escuchar esta canciòn en la radio... I just love this song!

Lúcio kayy silva

49w

Que artista...viva Cece peniston a dance músic te reverência.

darwin ramirez henriquez

Maravillosa música.

areees100

7y↑6

90's was the best period in music ..

ob tryce

I cannot stop playing this song. Please bring back real R&B, not the crap they have out now.

GustoCoder

This track evokes some explainable nostalgia in me of good times...I'm a child of the 80s anyway.

Evrydayppl 629

7y↑4

Across all genres of music that I like... this song is in my TOP 7

R.K.

7y↑80

This type of music needs to come back and im only 14

R.K.

6y↑7

Still needs to come back about to turn 16

Jeffrey Craven

4y↑4

R.K., I'm now what you'd call an old man at 62. I remember dancing to this in clubs. Now I go into a club, the music playing is just racket & I'm outta there. This type of music needs a comeback.

Regina Phalange

4y↑3

I never appreciated these type of songs until I became an adult. The fact that you’re only 16 and you like this song is very impressive sis 🙌🏼

DLICIOUS42

3y↑3

Wow you have good taste in music to be so young. I bought this song on a cassette tape single back in 1993 around the time it came out. I was 22 years old then..

R.K.

3y↑3

@DLICIOUS42 I guess I'm an old soul

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Lisa Grace

4y↑3

Omg I love this woman... how adorable was she

Busy Bee🐝

4y↑1

Lisa Grace
Too Adorable!

Lance Vance

3y↑1

As a 10-11 year old, I was ashamed of liking this type of music. But the reality is that I did and still do today. 90s were overlooked criminally. Miss those times as a kid.

poopface

True DAT

Harry Styles

My goodness she can sing!

BB DD

4y↑3

so happy to of grown up with all this amazing music. Oh i miss the 90s

Gordon Fisher

Great song ❤️

Sipho Jere

5y↑4

Nice jam. If you appreciate r&b or soul this song will appeal to you instantly. CeCe peniston you could mistake her voice to Lisa steinsfield on this jam

Carl Wallace

Her voice sound more like a tracie spencer upgrade in this jam but the beat sounds like lisa steinsfield vibe too IMO

IamBrittany

10y↑156

#Classic :)
Something about this song puts me in the mind also of
Lisa Stansfield's--Been Around the World

Jason Jose

7y↑19

drum programming. A lot of songs around then had that same programming.

melmillz Mel

7y↑6

Cayke Phayce u have a good ear because it does...same era..i was around 15..i loved lisa's affection cd...i wore it out!

linkfactor2

6y↑12

I think it reminds me a little more of You Cant Deny It by Lisa Stansfield

DoubleEdged7

5y↑6

And keep on moving- soul 2 soul

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J'Brahm snogarD

8y↑48

Everything about this cut is Magic.

Angel Lexington

7y↑3

this song is beautiful and sensual. it definitely describes my first love....always argue over the phone but as soon as we were together, it was magic... deep connection....so opposite of each other...but couldn't stay away from each other..... this song is our love on paper....lol

Miss.S Harrison

10y↑20

Born Is 87 As A Lil.Girl I Use To Go Crazy When This Song Came On The Radio I Still Play This Song Till This Day

NellyBelle

10y

me too i thought i were the only one! Gurl i cant get enough!!

Miss.S Harrison

10y

Lol

NellyBelle

10y↑1

Honestly!! 87' my year too! I love this album crazy!! Just saw her on TV one!

Miss.S Harrison

10y↑1

Yea Me Too I Love To Watch That Show

BIG DAME TV

Me too in fall of 1992 103 Jamz I love this song

Zeta Zintendo

This was a great song one of my favorites when I was a kid goin to school or riding around with mom or waking on the. Weekends we'd listen to this song in the 90s.

mightymikec7

12y↑2

beautiful song..feel good song...this whole c.d. Finally was amazing.Every song was a hit !

Paul Thomas

12y↑4

bought this album finally wen it first came out in the 90s and still got it never part with it either one of the best damn songs ever wrote lots of memorys smooooooooooooth

Nene Fondo

5y↑4

Oh my gawd..one of my favourite jam right here

K'Sha

12y↑2

I need to get this album. Had some good cuts on there

Geoffrey White

8y↑13

CeCe I know you'll see this. Know this, I love this song & always will because I felt that you sang this to me, for me. I'd marry you now if you'd have me. You are an incredible talent & deserve all the accolades you get. This song makes me feel some type of way every time I hear it. Tell your fiancé I'm jealous. LOL. Thanks for sharing.

Steven Lewis

2y↑1

We love us some CeCe Peniston!

walt abraham lazarte

Early 90’s music is one of the best! Inside that I cries is my fave

Vic Rogers M. Div.

90’s Music is better than today’s music. Happy birthday Cece #Virgosrule♍️ #Septemberborn

James Ratliff

Classic I love it

yannick mickael marques maciel

7y↑1

Love this song amo muito essa musica

Eddy Pearson

This song is about someone you're really in love with and I heard this song back in the day on a Friday night and I didn't had a girlfriend back then, but when I CeCe Peniston's Crazy Love, I've imagined that I was in love with a lovely woman